Sachet

"Sachet sits in an affluent strip mall just a stone’s throw from one of Dallas’s busiest entertainment districts in Oak Lawn, but the ocean feels nearby. This is a trip up and down both sides of the Mediterranean coast, with a cross-cultural menu that offers chicken shawarma and chicken paillard. There are excellent pastas, too, like the tube-shaped casarecce in a sharp, spicy tomato sauce heaped with a cloud of burrata. Tartare and crudo dishes are shooting stars in whatever form they show up in, usually zapped with mint or bathing in a bell pepper puree. The bar doubles as a somewhat fancy night out, whether spicy olives and a gin martini are a nightcap or a springboard to the nearby clubs." - Nick Rallo

"Also beautifully stretching the boundaries of what constitutes a salad (we’re calling it one if you agree or not) are all the bowls on the lunch menu at Sachet. This salmon “salady bowl” is a favorite, featuring haricots verts, tomatoes, soft-boiled potatoes, olives, capers, and a farm egg. There’s a good mix of softness and crunch in the bowl and a wholeness to its composition." - Courtney E. Smith

"Bring on the good times with excellent food and cocktails here. Specializing in Mediterranean-inspired fare, Sachet can dress the night up or down as you like. There is tons of fresh seafood, snacky plates to share, and house-made pasta. It’s also gorgeous in here, so feel free to linger over the selection of Spanish gin and tonics." - Courtney E. Smith

"Enjoy the spots take on the feast of the seven fishes on Christmas Eve, but also from December 16 to 23. The seven courses include dishes such as samaki smoked salmon, octopus with winter panzanella, Sicilian fish stew, spaghetti shrimp, swordfish Milanese, and more. Seatings are available from 5 to 9 p.m. each night, and the cost is $95 per guest. Reservations are available online." - Courtney E. Smith

"Sachet, operated by Stephen Rogers and Allison Yoder, is a neighborhood spot in Dallas that not only nails the vibe but also enhances the food status of its locality." - Courtney E. Smith